Across the United States, thousands of people gathered on Saturday for large-scale “No Kings” protests to express discontent with the direction of the country under President Donald Trump. Demonstrators filled public squares and streets in major cities, calling for renewed commitment to democracy and denouncing what they described as growing authoritarian behavior in government. Supporters of the president, however, dismissed the demonstrations as unpatriotic, labeling them as “hate rallie

Mass demonstrations are expected across the United States on Saturday as protesters gather in thousands of cities and towns for the second “No Kings” protest of the year. The coordinated events are being organized in opposition to what participants describe as increasingly authoritarian actions by President Donald Trump and his administration. The “No Kings” movement, which has been active since early 2025, is centered on defending democratic institutions, civil liberties, a

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a large-scale deployment of state security forces, including personnel from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, to the state capital in anticipation of a planned demonstration that officials say may involve groups linked to antifa. The governor’s directive, issued Thursday, aims to safeguard residents, businesses, and public property amid concerns that the protest could lead to unrest. According to t

BROADVIEW, Ill. — The controversial fence surrounding the Broadview United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Processing Center has been removed, ending weeks of tension between federal officials, local authorities, and community members. The fence, which was erected amid rising protests and safety concerns, had become a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement in the Chicago area. Late Tuesday evening, crews arrived with a flatbed truck carrying

A brief but tense moment unfolded in the Israeli parliament on Monday, October 13, when an Israeli lawmaker interrupted United States President Donald Trump during his speech at the Knesset. The incident occurred shortly after Trump joined Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address the assembly following the release of hostages from Gaza earlier in the day. As the US president began his remarks, left-wing Israeli Member of Parliament Ofer Cassif interrupted the proceedings

A protest encampment set up outside Washington, D.C.’s Union Station was dismantled early Friday morning by crews believed to be part of the U.S. National Park Service and United States Park Police. According to members of the activist group For Liberation and Resistance Everywhere (FLARE), the removal took place around 5 a.m., when officers arrived and began clearing tents and other property from the site. FLARE claims the action was carried out without prior notice and amounted to an

Eight civilians were killed on Wednesday after Pakistan’s security forces opened fire during the third consecutive day of violent protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The unrest, led by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), has seen widespread demonstrations across Muzaffarabad, Bagh, and Mirpur, where locals accuse Islamabad of denying them fundamental rights for decades. According to local sources,

A tense confrontation unfolded outside the federal immigration facility in Broadview on Friday morning, where protesters and facility staff clashed during a demonstration against enforcement operations. The suburban site, long associated with processing and detention, became the center of a heated standoff linked to “Operation Midway Blitz.” The protest began with about two dozen demonstrators holding signs and chanting in opposition to immigration enforcement. As the

CP Radhakrishnan, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate, has been elected as India’s next Vice President, succeeding Jagdeep Dhankhar. The 68-year-old BJP veteran secured a clear victory today by polling 452 first preference votes, while Opposition-backed candidate and retired Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy managed 300 votes. The results underscored not only the NDA’s parliamentary stren

Tensions escalated outside the San Francisco immigration court on Wednesday as protesters and federal agents clashed during a heated demonstration. The confrontation highlighted the growing anger and frustration over immigration enforcement policies and the role of federal agents in detaining individuals during routine court hearings. What began as a gathering of demonstrators quickly turned into a scene of shouting, pushing, and physical altercations as Immigr

A new bill, set to be introduced in Parliament on Wednesday, proposes a landmark shift in the removal of elected representatives arrested on serious criminal charges. Under the proposed law, the Prime Minister, Union ministers, Chief Ministers, and ministers of Union Territories who are arrested and detained for 30 consecutive days will be required to resign by the 31st day, or they will automatically be removed from office.

Congressional candidate Isaiah Martin was arrested inside the Texas State Capitol during a protest opposing the Republican-led redistricting efforts. The arrest, which was partially captured in a video shared by Martin himself on social media platform X, shows him being forcibly taken to the ground by officers during the confrontation. According to Travis County booking records, Martin now faces multiple misdemeanor

Tensions are mounting in Washington, DC after DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson came under fire from the city's police union for his response to a protest that took place outside his residence over the weekend. The protest centered around Initiative 82, a controversial measure that has drawn sharp division among residents, lawmakers, and labor advocates. According to the DC Police Union, Mendelson allegedly called the police to report a group of peaceful protesters gathere

  Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside the Ohio Statehouse on Friday evening to participate in a peaceful protest as part of the growing national “No Kings” movement. The protest in downtown Columbus was one of several planned across the country in response to what participants described as increasingly authoritarian rhetoric coming from former President Donald Trump. Organizers and attendees expressed concern about recent messages and imagery associated with

An emergency curfew was imposed in downtown Los Angeles as the city faced a fifth consecutive day of protests sparked by recent federal immigration raids. U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of hundreds of U.S. Marines to control the escalating unrest, triggering backlash from California state officials. Despite opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom and other leaders, Trump activated 4,000 National Guard troops, asserting that the situation

Sunnyvale residents are raising serious concerns as new housing developments threaten to displace grocery stores in their northern neighborhoods, pushing the area closer to becoming a food desert. The latest project, proposed by True Life Companies, aims to construct 101 townhomes at the current site of Lakewood Shopping Center—one of the few places offering accessible groceries in North Sunnyvale. This plan would result in the demolition of the New Wing Yuan Market, a vital grocery sou

A controversial proposal to build a slaughterhouse in Wonder Lake, Illinois has triggered a wave of strong opposition from local residents, who voiced their concerns during a recent McHenry County zoning board meeting. The project, proposed by Sergiy Bazlyuk, aims to process chickens and pigs on a parcel of land located within one mile of at least two residential subdivisions and less than a mile from Greenwood Elementary School. Many attendees at the meeting expressed alarm over the potentia

Teachers in East Orange, New Jersey are stepping up their demands for fair pay and contractual agreements, with a wave of demonstrations taking place ahead of a critical school board meeting. On Monday night, dozens of educators gathered outside the Board of Education building, calling attention to ongoing delays in contract negotiations and unresolved salary concerns. The protest follows significant staff layoffs that occurred in December, leaving many teachers disillusioned and financially str

San Jose is preparing for a major May Day demonstration on Thursday, where thousands of people are expected to participate in a large-scale march in support of immigrant and workers' rights. Recognized globally on May 1st, May Day has long served as a day of unity and protest for laborers and immigrant communities, and this year’s event is expected to reflect heightened energy and turnout due to the ongoing national dialogue surrounding immigration policies and labor equity.

In a dramatic policy shift, the United States government has decided to reverse its earlier decision to cancel hundreds of student visas linked to participation in protests. This move follows intense legal challenges and widespread backlash from universities, civil rights advocates, and political leaders, all raising alarms about the infringement of constitutional rights and the chilling effect on free speech. The controversy erupted earlier this year when the government revoked v